Older Adult - 60+ (ALIGNED TO LEVEL 3)

There are enormous benefits for older adults in keeping active – but higher risks. Come and learn how to design effective sessions that cater for their needs.  
 
The course covers:  
 
•The ageing process and implications for exercise  
 
•How exercise can help prevent or minimise lifestyles diseases  
 
•The needs of the mature adult  
 
•Advanced teaching skills  
 
It is essential that you have background knowledge of the body and how it works. A recap of anatomy and physiology is useful before you attend the course.  
 
ASSESSMENT  
To become a certified Instructor for Older Adults, applicants will have to pass a practical assessment and written lesson plans. Provisonal assessment dates are below. Applicants also have the option of submiting a video presentation* 12 weeks after completion of the Module.  
 
*Please note that there is an additional cost of £30 for video assessment.  
 
COURSE DATES & TIMES  
Courses are run regularly in Cardiff and are demand-led in other parts of Wales. For costs and details of in-house training, please contact us.  
 
LAST COURSE - MARCH 2006  
Rhayader Leisure Centre, North Street, Rhayader, Powys. LD6 5BU  
Three Days plus Assessment  
Dates Fri 3, Sat 4 & Sun 19 March 2006  
Assessment Day to be confirmed  
Times - 9.30am - 5.00pm  
 
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NEXT COURSE - tbc  
 
Structure and cost of this course is currently under review  
 

What our customers say...
“Learnt a lot about the structure and picked up lots of new ideas. A very useful course for anyone working with older adults – didn’t realise there was so much to consider”.

If you would rather enrol via the post then please click below to download an application form.
Application form for Older Adult - 60+ (ALIGNED TO LEVEL 3)